Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

The style update "V4" of this shoe has much less padding around the heel notch (top of the rear heel) than the prior versions. It's a shame because I loved prior versions of this shoe (this is my fourth pair of MX608) but the new V4 design gave me blisters at the top of my heel the first time I wore it for a long walk because the rear edge of the shoe is so sharp. Because this became apparent only after longer use I felt I could not return the shoe, but I am giving them away. I was hesitant to write a bad review because I bought the shoe online -- maybe it's my fault for not buying shoes in a store to check the fit? But as the problem is due to New Balance's redesign I thought I should share it. My Wistful Note to New Balance: Why do you insist on "redesigning" this shoe every 1-2 years? Are your designers bored? Do they have a quota? Does removing 3mm of padding save a few cents on production costs? We humble customers fell in love with your shoes because they are high quality and comfortable. I would have happily ordered new pairs of MX608 online for the rest of my life, but now I have to go shop for a new brand. Sigh.